The Petzl Nomic Ice Axe is a highly technical ice climbing tool designed for efficient placement, precise hooking and comfortable handling on challenging ice. Its carefully balanced construction provides an exceptional swing, while the PUR’ICE pick is designed to penetrate a variety of ice conditions, including hard ice. The double-handle design provides multiple grip positions and stable hand switching, making the NOMIC well suited to demanding technical ice climbing.

The NOMIC also incorporates Petzl’s ALPEN ADAPT system, giving climbers the flexibility to modify the ice axe according to different terrain and climbing objectives. Interchangeable picks, an adjustable GRIPREST NOMIC handrest and compatible accessories allow the tool to be configured for different applications.

Efficient Placement on Different Types of Ice

The Petzl Nomic Ice Axe is designed around a shape and balance that provide an effective, controlled swing. This helps climbers make precise placements when climbing technical ice.

The curved section beneath the head makes hooking easier, providing useful support when negotiating challenging sections. The supplied PUR’ICE pick is tapered to 3 mm at the tip, allowing excellent penetration in different types of ice, including hard ice. Its upper side is toothed to provide stable support when the ice axe is turned upside down.

Optimized Swing With MASSELOTTES

The NOMIC is supplied with MASSELOTTES weights, which optimize the inertia and striking quality of the ice axe. The additional weight distribution helps produce a controlled swing and contributes to efficient pick placement.

This balance is particularly useful for technical ice climbing, where accurate placements and consistent tool handling are important.

Comfortable Double Handle

The double-handle design provides both high and low grip positions, allowing climbers to use different grip modes and switch hands with greater stability.

The lower handle is angled to help protect the hand from contact with the ice while providing increased comfort when hanging from the tool. The upper handle features an overmolded bi-material construction that provides a secure grip while helping insulate the hand from cold temperatures.

The hydroformed shaft also provides an effective gripping area in the middle of the shaft.

Adjustable GRIPREST NOMIC Handrest

The GRIPREST NOMIC handrest is overmolded and adjustable to three positions, allowing it to accommodate different hand sizes. It can be adjusted even while wearing gloves, making it practical for cold-weather climbing.

The lower part of the handrest features a toothed stainless steel point, which improves support when the ice axe is used in piolet-canne mode.

Modular ALPEN ADAPT System

One of the key advantages of the Petzl Nomic Ice Axe is its modular head. The ALPEN ADAPT system allows the technical configuration of the ice axe to be changed according to the terrain and climbing objective.

The NOMIC is compatible with several interchangeable Petzl picks:

• ICE
• PUR’ICE
• DRY
• PUR’DRY

This allows the same ice axe platform to be adapted for snow, ice or mixed terrain. The adze and hammer are also interchangeable, providing additional configuration options.

MINI MARTEAU and Dry Tooling Configuration

The NOMIC is supplied with a MINI MARTEAU, which protects the head while also allowing the climber to hammer a piton back into position when required.

When accessories are removed, the ice axe weighs only 500 g, providing a lighter configuration for dry tooling. The standard complete configuration weighs 585 g according to Petzl’s current specifications.

Compatible With V-LINK

The NOMIC features a connection hole compatible with V-LINK elasticated loss-prevention webbing. This allows the ice axe to be connected to an appropriate retention system to help prevent accidental loss while climbing. Petzl also lists V-LINK among its technical ice axe accessories.

Specifications

• Product Name: Petzl Nomic Ice Axe
• Pick type: 1
• Shaft type: 2
• Weight: 585 g
• Weight without accessories: 500 g
• Material(s): Aluminum, steel, glass fiber reinforced plastic
• Certification(s): CE, UKCA, UIAA
• Pick: PUR’ICE
• PUR’ICE tip thickness: 3 mm
• Handrest: GRIPREST NOMIC
• Modular system: ALPEN ADAPT
• Compatible picks: ICE, PUR’ICE, DRY, PUR’DRY
• Connection: Compatible with V-LINK elasticated loss-prevention webbing
• Included: PUR’ICE pick, MASSELOTTES, MINI MARTEAU, GRIPREST NOMIC handrest and protective caps for the ice axe pick

The Petzl Nomic Ice Axe is a specialized choice for climbers who demand precise placements, efficient hooking and comfortable handling on technical ice. Its balanced design, PUR’ICE pick, ergonomic double handle and adjustable GRIPREST NOMIC handrest provide strong performance on demanding routes, while the ALPEN ADAPT system allows the tool to be configured for different climbing objectives.

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